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Claire and Ralph Hunter, pictured at the Longboat Key Historical Society's 2012 Fish Fry. (File photo)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 16, 2013
Former Longboat Observer co-owner Claire Hunter dies

Claire Hunter died Sunday night, at home in Bradenton.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Designing Women Boutique gala Co-Chairs Carol Phillips, Jane Thompson and Chris Sancin
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • December 16, 2013
Black Tie Untied

Read about recent Black Tie events with Black Tie Untied, featuring Designing Women Boutique's gala and Jewish Family and Children's Services' gala.

  • Arts + Culture
Fr. Frank Kirlangatis walks through the sanctuary as part of a procession around the church.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 16, 2013
St. Barbara celebrates church consecration

Members of St. Barbara's Greek Orthodox Church celebrated the consecration of the church's sanctuary with festivities Dec. 13 through Dec. 15.

  • East County
  • News
Pending approval, the Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort project could begin in the first or second quarter of 2014.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 16, 2013
Hilton project comes before P&Z Dec. 17

The Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort submitted plans for a $24 million project that could begin in the first or second quarter of 2014.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Donny,-Jennifer-and-Chase-Barto
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  • Nick Friedman
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sandy Claws Beach Run

PHOTO GALLERY: Sandy Claws Beach Run

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Co-chairs Peggy and Ken Abt
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 15, 2013
JFCS Gala 'Celebrating the American Spirit'

JFCS Gala 'Celebrating the American Spirit'

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: It's your lucky day gallery opening

PHOTO GALLERY: It's your lucky day gallery opening

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  • Things To Do
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Atomic Holiday Bazaar

PHOTO GALLERY: Atomic Holiday Bazaar

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Sandy Kemp and Kathy McPherson's husbands were in the choir
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Church of Redeemer Messiah Sing-Along

The Church of the Redeemer held its annual Messiah Sing-Along Sunday, Dec. 15. The messiah is it in 24th year and was in honor of Dr. Daniel Moe. Attendees included new and familiar faces.

  • Sarasota
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Jackie Millikin, Susan Shannahan and Margit Gravino
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club Let's Have a Ball

The Sarasota Yacht Club held its annual holiday celebration, Let's Have a Ball, on Saturday, Dec. 14. Previously known as the Holly Ball, this year's event included live entertainment, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres for guests to enjoy.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Betty Levitt and Laura Hershorin
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sisterhood Garden Party

Members of Temple Beth Sholom's Sisterhood visited the community garden Sunday, Dec. 15. The sisterhood was joined by hebrew school students and teachers Andrew Noune and Shonna Brady.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mary and Joseph, portrayed by Emily Arakel and Joe Mascitto, welcome children to see the newborn child.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Living Nativity

Members of The Tabernacle church brought the story of Christmas to life this weekend with performances of "Living Nativity." Final shows are tonight at 7 and 8 p.m.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • December 15, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Nebraska'

There is some mighty fine acting going on in the new film, "Nebraska."

  • Arts + Culture
Montae Russell in Thurgood at Pittsburgh Public Theater. Photo by Michael Henninger.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • December 15, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Thurgood'

Read Marty Fugate's review of George Stevens Jr.'s 'Thurgood' at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
Shirley Matchett and Debby Frederick wear homemade Christmas hats.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 14, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sandy Claws Beach Run

With bells on their shoes, runners ran down Siesta Beach for the Sandy Claws Beach Run Saturday, Dec. 14. Participants included beginners and experienced runners of all ages. After the one mile and 5K races, everyone enjoyed the sunny morning at the award ceremony with healthy snacks.

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